Contraception Counseling for Adolescent Girls

If you prescribe contraception for sexual activity only, keep in mind that most teenagers have a passionate relationship that lasts a few months, followed by an interval without a relationship, followed by involvement with another person. These intermittent relationships mean that they are likely to start and stop contraception. Keep this in mind when discussing contraception options and monitor compliance with less-permanent options over time.

Children's Hospital of Boston produces www.youngwomenshealth.orgwww.acog.org/publications/patient_education/ab020.cfmaappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;120/5/1135